KnifeInformer Tests the Spyderco Autonomy 2 Automatic Folding Knife

Writing for KnifeInformer, Wayne Walter of Wayne's Sharp World reviews the Spyderco Autonomy 2, an automatic folder with an LC200N blade. He praises the blade and deployment but says the safety and handle keep it out of his own pocket.

Snapshot

Walter's review covers the knife's specs, its thin LC200N blade and strong cutting, and its crisp, glove-friendly automatic deployment, then lists his complaints about a sharply textured safety, a bulky handle and a clip that rides high. He concludes it suits people who often wear gloves and want automatic deployment, though he would pick other Spyderco models for his own carry.

Key points

• Specs: the C165GP2 plain-edge satin version has a 3.50-inch full flat ground LC200N blade, black G10 over stainless steel liners, a reversible tip-up clip and a weight of 5.5 ounces. It is made in the USA.
• Cutting: Walter measured about 0.021 inch behind the edge and says the leaf-shaped drop point cuts very well. He likes LC200N for corrosion resistance and edge retention.
• Deployment: he calls it powerful and crisp, with no failures to deploy on his sample. The large button works well with gloves, though he finds it oversized and worries dirt could collect in the exposed recess.
• Safety: it blocks opening as intended, but its aggressive texture digs into his index finger in a normal grip without gloves, which he calls his biggest problem.
• Other gripes: a bulky handle, a small Spydie hole, no spine jimping, and a clip that leaves much of the knife above the pocket.

Quick take

Walter says the Autonomy 2 "isn't for everybody." He would pass on it for his own carry and pick a Para Military 2, Shaman, Para 3, Smock or LC200N SpydieChef instead, but he sees the appeal for people who wear gloves often and want automatic deployment.

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